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License Plate Frames in Delaware

Conditional

License plate frames are legal in Delaware as long as nothing required stays hidden. Frames are expressly permitted as long as nothing is concealed; no tinted material may cover any portion of the plate.

Verified against primary sources · August 2026

What the law says

Frames are expressly permitted as long as nothing is concealed; no tinted material may cover any portion of the plate.

Specific Limits

Covers
tinted banned
Frames
allowed
Must stay visible
all information including expiration sticker

Exceptions & Exemptions

License plate frames are permitted but must not cover or obscure any portion of the license plate, including registration numbers, letters, or state identification marks

Statute

21 Del. C. § 2126(c)-(d)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Are license plate frames legal in Delaware?
License plate frames are legal in Delaware as long as nothing required stays hidden. Frames are expressly permitted as long as nothing is concealed; no tinted material may cover any portion of the plate.
What are the exact license plate frames limits in Delaware?
Covers: tinted banned. Frames: allowed. Must stay visible: all information including expiration sticker. Source: 21 Del. C. § 2126(c)-(d).
Are there exceptions for license plate frames in Delaware?
License plate frames are permitted but must not cover or obscure any portion of the license plate, including registration numbers, letters, or state identification marks

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